Aberdeen School District

Celebrating School Board Member Recognition Week This week, we extend our deepest gratitude to our dedicated school board members for their hard work, leadership, and commitment to our students, staff, and community. Their guidance ensures that our schools continue to thrive, providing the best possible education for all. Thank you for your service, vision, and dedication to making a difference in the lives of our students. Your efforts do not go unnoticed; we truly appreciate all you do!

Parents/Guardians, We are excited to welcome our students back to school tomorrow, Thursday, February 20, 2025. We hope everyone has stayed warm and safe during this time. Please be aware that frigid temperatures are expected. To ensure your child stays warm and comfortable, please have them dress in layers, including a coat, hat, gloves, and any other cold-weather gear they may need. We look forward to seeing our scholars back in the classrooms, ready to learn and grow. Let’s make it a great day! Thank you for your continued support.

🚨 Weather Closure Announcement 🚨 Due to inclement weather and for the safety of our students, staff, and community, all schools and district offices will be CLOSED on Wednesday, February 19, 2025. Please stay safe, stay warm, and continue to monitor our official channels for further updates. ❄️🌨️

💙🌿 Love Yourself First: Health & Wellness Fair Recap! 🌿💙 This past Friday, February 14, 2024, our district hosted the "Love Yourself First" Health & Wellness Fair, bringing together students, staff, and community members for a day focused on self-care, healthy living, and overall well-being. A huge thank you to everyone who attended participated, and contributed to making this event a success! Your commitment to prioritizing health and wellness makes our community so strong. 💪✨ #LoveYourselfFirst #HealthAndWellness #StrongerTogether #OurASD

📢 Reminder: No School on Monday, February 17, 2025! 📢 There will be no school on Monday, February 17, 2025. We hope everyone enjoys the long weekend! 🎉 Students will return to learn on Tuesday, February 18, 2025. See you then, refreshed and ready to go! 📚✏️ #OurASD

📢 We're Hiring! Join the Aberdeen School District Team! 📢 Aberdeen School District is looking for dedicated professionals to join our team! We are currently hiring for the following positions: 🔹 Executive Assistant/Board Clerk 🔹 Special Education Homebound Teacher (Part-Time) 🔹 1st Grade Teacher Assistant – Aberdeen Elementary School (AES) 🔹 Speech Pathologist If you're interested in growing within the district or know someone who would be a great fit, apply today! 📌 Apply now: www.asdms.us Help us continue building a district rooted in excellence! #NowHiring #JoinOurTeam #PawsOnTheGround 🐾💙

📢🎓 Calling All Students & Parents! 🎓📢 Mark your calendars for an HBCU College Fair and explore the incredible opportunities Historically Black Colleges and Universities have to offer! 🌟 📍 Location: New Hebron M.B. Church 📅 Date: Sunday, February 23, 2025 ⏰ Time: 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. ✅ Learn about admissions, scholarships, and campus life ✅ Connect with alumni and current students ✅ Discover why an HBCU might be the perfect fit for YOU! This is your chance to take the next step toward your future! Tag a student who should be there! 📚✨ #HBCUCollegeFair #FutureHBCUGrad #CollegeBound

Spring Severe Weather Awareness Week: February 9-15, 2025 Spring Severe Weather Awareness Week in Mississippi is a crucial time to ensure you and your loved ones are prepared for severe weather threats. The goal is to equip everyone with the knowledge to stay safe during storms, tornadoes, and other hazardous weather conditions. #EmergencyPreparedness #WeatherAwareness #StaySafeAberdeen

🎉👏 Congratulations, Aberdeen High School (AHS)! 👏🎉 Aberdeen High School has met the 95% ADA goal on February 11, 2025! 🏆🎯 This is a huge achievement, and we appreciate the dedication of our students, staff, and families in making attendance a top priority. Let’s keep the momentum going, Bulldawgs! 🐾💙 #PawsOnTheGround #AttendanceMatters #BulldawgPride #AberdeenStrong

📚✨ Mississippi Reads One Book Kickoff! ✨📚 Today, Aberdeen Elementary School launched its 15-Day Read-A-Thon as part of the Mississippi Reads One Book program! 🎉 Students were thrilled to receive their copies of The Lemonade War 🍋📖 along with special bookmarks to track their reading journey. A huge thank you to Ms. Kelly and Mr. Martin for being our guest speakers—their messages were truly inspiring! 🙌 Also, we appreciate our local media partners WTVA, WCBI, and the Monroe Journal for capturing this special moment. Our students and teachers were excited to see you! 🎥📰 Be sure to tune in to WTVA and WCBI to watch the story! Let’s get reading, Bulldawgs! 📖🐾 #PawsOnTheGround #MississippiReadsOneBook #TheLemonadeWar #AberdeenBulldogs

Little Known Black History Fact: In 1987, Mae Jemison, an engineer and physician, made history as the first Black woman to be admitted into NASA’s astronaut training program. Just over five years later, she flew into space aboard the Endeavour, becoming the first Black woman in space. 🌟🚀 Her groundbreaking achievements continue to inspire future generations to reach for the stars! #BlackHistoryMonth #Trailblazer #PioneeringWomen #MaeJemison

Congratulations to Belle-Shivers Middle School! 🎉🎉 We are proud to announce that Belle-Shivers Middle School (BSMS) has been selected to represent our district in the Reach MS Seeds publication from the University of Southern Mississippi! 🌟👏 This recognition highlights the dedication and hard work of our students, staff, and leadership. Way to go, BSMS! Keep shining and making our district proud! 💙🐾 #BulldawgPride #BSMSExcellence #PawsOnTheGround

🎉 February Attendance Challenge 🎉 Attention, Aberdeen School District families! Let's continue 2025 with a commitment to excellence. We want every student to show up and shine this month! 🌟 🏫 Perfect attendance = Special recognition! Attendance matters, and together, we can set the tone for a successful year. Let's make every day count! 💪 #PawsOnTheGround #AttendanceMatters #BulldawgStrong

📢 We Want Your Feedback! 📢 Parents and guardians, your input is invaluable to us! 💙 Please take a few minutes to complete this short, confidential survey to help us continue improving our schools. 🔹 Survey Link: https://forms.gle/hj8CEt1THfmphHBY9 🔹 Deadline: February 20, 2025 Your feedback matters, and we appreciate your time and support! Thank you for being a vital part of our Bulldawg family. 🐾 The survey can also be accessed via our website, www.asdms.us under Parent and Community Dashboard, under engage. #YourVoiceMatters #BulldawgPride #PawsOnTheGround

📢 Progress Report Alert! 📢 Parents and guardians, Progress Reports go home today! 📄📝 This is a great opportunity to check in on your child’s academic progress and celebrate their achievements while setting goals for the rest of the term. 💡 Stay involved, stay informed, and let’s keep pushing for success! If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact your child’s teacher. #BulldawgPride #PawsOnTheGround #StayInvolved #StudentSuccess

🎉🏈 National Signing Day Alert! 🏈🎉 Congratulations to our three outstanding Bulldawg football athletes who are officially taking their talents to the next level! 🙌🏾 These young men have worked hard both on and off the field, and today, they are making the commitment to continue their athletic and academic journeys beyond high school. 👏🏾 We are so proud of you! Keep making the Bulldawg family proud as you chase your dreams! 🐾💙 #NationalSigningDay #BulldawgPride #PawsOnTheGround #OnceABulldawgAlwaysABulldawg

Celebrating Excellence in CTE: Recognition of Teachers and Students at Aberdeen School District. Aberdeen School District is proud to recognize the dedication and achievements of our outstanding Career and Technical Education (CTE) educators and students. As part of CTE Month, we want to take a moment to honor our teachers who are shaping the future of our students and celebrate the hard work of our Middle School students who have qualified for the State-level Technology Student Association (TSA) competition!

Let's continue to stay safe and healthy this flu season. We can reduce the spread by working together and keeping our students learning in a safe environment! Thank you for doing your part to protect our Bulldawg family. 🐾💙 #StayHealthy #BulldawgPride #PawsOnTheGround #FluSeasonSafety

Mississippi 4th graders No. 1 in the nation for NAEP gains over time Today, the 2024 National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) results were released, showing that Mississippi 4th graders lead the nation for gains over time, ranking No. 1 for score improvements in reading and math since 2013. Over the same period, Mississippi 8th graders held steady in reading and math as scores nationally dropped. Get complete details of Mississippi’s 2024 NAEP results at bit.ly/3CoOI4J. #MsEdu

🎉🚁 Congratulations Aberdeen High School AFJROTC Drone Team! 🚁🎉 We are proud to announce that the Aberdeen High School AFJROTC Drone Team has won the "Judges Trophy" at the State of Mississippi Intermediate Drone Competition held in Grenada on January 24, 2025! Their hard work, precision, and dedication have truly paid off, and we couldn't be more excited about their achievement. 🏆👏 Join us in celebrating their success and wishing them continued excellence in future competitions! 🐾💙 #AFJROTC #BulldawgPride #PawsOnTheGround #DroneCompetition #FutureLeaders